Radio play 'Miracle'Hired to play Macy's Santa, Kris Kringle tries to convince single mom Macy's executive Doris and her daughter Susan that he is the man himself in Improv Playhouse's radio play adaptation of the 1948 film, "Miracle on 34th Street." Libertyville's Egon Schein stars as Kris Kringle. 735 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. $20, $15. (847) 968-4529 or improvplayhouse.com. 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15

Holiday Magic at the zooSee more than 1 million colorful holiday lights at the 32nd annual Holiday Magic celebration at Brookfield Zoo, at First Avenue and 31st Street, Brookfield. Along with viewing the twinkling light displays, zoo guests can sing holiday carols to the animals, visit with Santa Claus, watch ice-carving demonstrations and much more. Free with paid $10.50-$15 zoo general admission. Visit czs.org. 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15

Hug a tree!Stroll through the one-mile outdoor Illumination: Tree Lights exhibit at the Morton Arboretum, at 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Guests can interact with the decorated trees by hugging them to make the lights brighter, or by singing to change the colors. Tickets are $5-$15. (630) 725-2066 or visit mortonarb.org. 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. daily through Saturday, Jan. 4

Holiday laughsJanus Theater hosts a holiday show and fundraiser this weekend at the Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago St., Elgin. Janus regulars perform in the show, a humorous take on why the company hasn't reprised its readers' theater version of David Sedaris' "The Santaland Diaries" since 2005. Proceeds help pay for Janus' 2014 season. $15. For dinner reservations, call (847) 468-8810. See janustheater for more information. 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15

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